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 Congratulations! You have decided to purchase a home, or you're thinking about buying one. You'll be joining the ranks of hundreds of families who enjoy the benefits of home ownership. Below are some helpful tips.
1. Find the right representative - Even if you’re not quite ready to buy, Realtors will be an absolute wealth of information, and can often offer ‘scoops’ on local developments you might not know about. An experienced Realtor can guide you from the beginning of your search and get you off to a good start.
2. Find out what your price range is - My on-line mortgage calculator a is a good place to start, but as you get closer to being ready to buy, there is no substitute for a written mortgage pre-approval. Speaking to your lender is an extremely worthwhile venture – this is the only way to really get an in-depth picture of your overall financial picture and to discover exactly what you can reasonably afford to spend on a home.
3. Find out what your local market looks like -The internet can be incredibly valuable in doing preparatory research. I can direct you to valuable resources and immediately start e-mailing you real estate listings that may interest you (or at least give you a better idea of what your needs and wants are).
4. Find out what your true needs and wants are - Compose a needs/wants list that takes into consideration your local market conditions, your price range, and what's most important to have in your new home.
5. Find your dream home! Once you’re ready to act, you may be surprised by how quickly you can make a decision. Armed with your pre-approval, a little market knowledge, and your needs/wants list you'll be ready to go. At that time you can call me, we'll hit the pavement, and when you see ‘the house’, we can put in an offer.
With the right professional behind you, it really can be that easy!
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In the following reports, you'll find the information you need to make a wise buying decision. I'll take you through the planning process step-by-step , to help you determine which home is right for you. You'll find a host of informative articles on mortgages, viewing homes, the offer, closing details and moving.
Please contact me if you have any questions about buying a home in Stuart, Port St Lucie or anywhere the Treasure Coast.
Sincerely,
Lisa
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